While a baratric, or gastric surgery is a treatment containing many serious risks. A doctor from Geisinger now warns that the real danger may really be a life of obesity. Christopher, DO, director and always Geisinger Center for managing states of nutrition and weight “there are risks associated with bariatric surgery, as there are with any surgical procedure, but the risks are carried pale in comparison to health complications that can be caused by obesity. ”

Obesity can lead to a series of complications including diabetes, hypertension, high blood cholesterol, liver disease, heart disease and sleep apnea. Many patients considering bariatric surgery often suffer at least one of these conditions.

“Some obesity-related conditions can be fatal, and others require chronic medication and treatment. With the help of bariatric surgery, we can eliminate medical complications caused by obesity, and patients can enjoy a much healthier life, “says Dr. ever.

One of Bariatric sugery (surgical weight loss) may also lead to some complications and is only recommended for severely obese people (BMI over 40) who did not loose weight with other dietary pharmacological treatments. However, the weight loss long term and the overall mortality rate decreased justifies surgery for some.

Gastric surgery eliminates medical complications and help many patients feel more in control of their lives. After surgery, many patients can perform daily tasks that they could not do before. For many, bariatric surgery leads the way to healthier habits.